inside this issue - Home Builders Association of Des Moines

June2016 | Volume 48 | Issue 2
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
SPRING GOLF OUTING
DESIGN TRENDS
AWARD WINNERS
OUR MISSION
The Homebuilders Association of Greater Des Moines,
chartered in 1944, is a non-profit trade association
affiliated with the National Association of Homebuilders
(NAHB) and the Homebuilders Association of Iowa
June 2016 | Volume 48 | Issue 2
(HBAI). The HBA of Greater Des Moines is dedicated to
the advancement of the building industry, its members
and the communities it serves.
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EO REPORT
Dan Knoup
6751 Corporate Drive Johnston, IA
Ph. 515.270.8500
Fax 515.334.0165
E-mail info@dsmhba.com
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HOMESHOWEXPO 2016
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PRESIDENT LETTER
Dave Adickes
Want to advertise in the Blueprint?
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: H.L. MUNN LUMBER
Email George Mirras or Jessica Verwers
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DESIGN SECTION
for a contract.
Master Bedroom
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REMODELING AWARDS
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DEVELOPERS SECTION
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REMODELERS COUNCIL CHAIRMAN LETTER
Steve Archer
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REMODELERS COUNCIL SPOTLIGHT
Steve Archer
Thank you to our 2016 Platinum Partners!
Since 1945
Kohles & Bach
HEATING
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COOLING
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FIREPLACES
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TOUR OF REMODELED HOMES
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EVENTS & MARKETING
Upcoming Events
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MEMBERSHIP SECTION
Chairman’s Letter by Russ Baugh
Spring Golf Outing Gallery
H.L. Munn Lumber/Marvin Windows Networking
After Hours Gallery
Kum & Go Discount
New Members
Spike Points
GEO-THERMAL
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PERMIT REPORTS
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COMMUNITY GARDEN BOXES
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LEADERSHIP AND OFFICERS
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executive officer letter
TIME FOR BUILD UP
The HomeShowExpo
doesn’t need much build
up but it’s hard for us to
not get excited at this
time each year. With all of
the time and energy put
into the show it’s all but
impossible to not have it be
the topic of conversation
several times each day.
The show is getting close and the progress onsite is
nothing short of amazing. You’d think that after having
personal involvement in almost a dozen shows that I’d
stop being amazed but it just doesn’t happen. The level
of talent, ingenuity and the vision our members have is
astonishing.
I was onsite this morning and the homes are progressing
nicely. As is true each year, the newest and most cutting
edge products are being installed. What are some of
the items you can look forward to this year? Swimming
pool? Crave fireplaces? Rock Face Decking? Pocket
Offices? Ship Lap? Span Deck Garage floors? Custom
Iron Free standing staircases? Yes, yes and yes. All of
these and much, much more. Make sure you’ve got us
blocked off on your calendar July 9-10, 14-17 and
21-24.
The committee has been very busy and extremely
ambitious in its approach to making this year’s show
a destination, an event everyone will want to mark on
their calendars. The Kohler Bold Experience Tour will
be onsite during the first weekend including $5000
worth of giveaways at member night. The pre-show
party typically referred to as Member Night is also in
full planning mode. The party will take place onsite and
will be held Friday July 8th. We will have several special
guests in attendance from NAHB including the Chairman
of the Board and we are also expecting an appearance
from Senator Grassley. Food trucks will be onsite during
the show, there will be a family zone, a live radio remote
and an entry boardwalk. The group is also finalizing the
full marketing plan with Happy Medium and after seeing
the results from their efforts at the Home & Remodeling
Show, we are very excited to implement their plan for
the HomeShowExpo. If you’re curious and want to learn
more or be more involved, join the group at the next
meeting on Monday the 20th.
The excitement surrounding the show is everywhere;
I’ve already met with 4 separate developer’s that have
interest in hosting the 2017 HomeShowExpo and the
entry deadline isn’t for two more weeks. We could
use your help onsite so let us know if you’re able to
volunteer to help during the show. This is the single
biggest event we hold each year and several members
have already put in countless hours to ensure that it
goes off without incident. If you see a member of the
committee, thank them. If you can block off a little time
to help out, we will gladly put you to work.
Dan Knoup
Executive Officer, HBA
AFTER
H URS
Networking at its best!
July 7, 2016 - Kitchen & Bath Ideas
130 E. 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
August, 2016 - James Hardie
I-Cubs Game - Details to Come
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presidents letter
HEY NEW MEMBERS! WELCOME TO THE HBA
During our last board meeting in May, we approved 24 new member applications! This is great and
due to our membership drive and companies working on Home Show Expo homes that want to join
the HBA. The new members are listed near the end of the Blueprint magazine. Seek them out at the
upcoming events and welcome them to the HBA family.
To all new members; on behalf of all current members, welcome to the Home Builders Association! It’s
great to have you be a part of the HBA family. Look through the Blueprint to start to get familiar with
upcoming events such as After Hours or the Home Show Expo Member Night coming up. We all look
forward to meeting you in the near future.
Grab a pen or pencil and dive into the cross word puzzle. This is just something different this month,
the answers are upside down below.
Enjoy the great spring weather!
Dave Adickes
President
Down
1. Blueprint
3. Dan Knoup
4. Tricycle
5. Remodel
7. Thursdays
9. July
11. Remodeled
12. Johnston
13. House
Across
2. Golf
6. Construct
8. Green
10. Fairgrounds
14. Des Moines
15. Talented
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H.L. Munn Lumber Company
Ames Full Service Location
901 Airport Road
Ames, Iowa 50010
Ph: 515-232-2112
www.munnlumber.com
• A 5th generation family business.
• Established in 1891 on a 1.4 acre site in Downtown Ames Iowa.
Johnston Showroom and Sales
Office
5500 Johnston Drive Suite F
Johnston, Iowa 50131
• Throughout the years Munn Lumber has developed a reputation for
quality, honesty, service and building strong relationships with our
contractor customers and their clients.
• Through the early 90’s Munn Lumber focused on servicing both
contractor and do-it-yourself customers but in 1998 made the decision to
change their direction and dedicate all of their efforts on servicing
residential, remodeling and commercial customers throughout Iowa with a
focus on the Ames, Ankeny and Des Moines markets.
• Opened up a ten acre distribution center at 901 Airport Road in Ames in
1994 and eventually moved the entire business to that location in 1998. At that point we also teamed up with Lumbermens
Merchandising Corporation (LMC), a collective buying group out of Philadelphia for independent lumber dealers allowing
us to take advantage their collective billion dollar buying power.
• Munn lumber operates a full service location in Ames that services all of Iowa
but in 2015 opened a showroom and sales office in Johnston for our Des Moines
area sales staff and customers.
• We are a full service lumber dealer offering building materials, engineered
wood products, trusses, decking products, millwork, doors and windows,
roofing, drywall, insulation, hardware and more. Featuring quality brands like
Andersen and Marvin Windows, Taylor Doors, James Hardie and Louisiana
Pacific siding and Boise Cascade engineered wood products. Calling ourselves a
“lumber company” does not adequately define the scope of our business.
• Our Ames location is set up for efficiency in moving materials in and out and we feel our delivery service to all markets
is second to none.
• Making our customers more successful is our highest priority, they more
successful our customers are the more successful we are. Narrowing our focus to
servicing contractor customers allows us to be much more efficient in servicing that
segment of the community.
• We’re not the largest company in our market but we are strong enough to stand
up to all of our competition and our size allows us more flexibility in tailoring our
products and services to meet the needs of specific customers.
• We are a relationship driven company, both with our employees and customers.
We are all in this together and are always striving to improve and evolve and provide
more diverse products and services to our customers. And if you talk to our
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design section
“YOU CAN BE THE MASTER OF YOUR
MASTER BEDROOM!”
As I think about a master bedroom space, I am reminded
of a client that I worked with years ago. I was consulting
with him on some custom bedding for his loft in
downtown Des Moines. We were talking about the
color selections and I asked about the white sheets
he consistently on the bed. He told me, “I insist on
very high quality white sheets. They make me feel like
I’m in an expensive, luxurious hotel when I go to bed
every night.” Since then, the idea that your bedding can
affect your state of mind as you climb in every night
has changed how I treat my own bed and those of my
clients.
In the hustle and bustle of today’s world, we are likely
to be sleep deprived. Considering that we spend about
a third of our lives in our bedroom, you should make it
a priority to be a restful sanctuary. According to the
National Sleep Foundation, adults between the ages
of 26-64 should be getting 7-9 hours of sleep each
night, and if you are 65+ you need 7-8 hours. If you are
getting 6 or less hours of sleep, you are considered sleep
deprived. That being said, let’s break down the ways to
make this room the best possible environment to get the
rest you need.
Let’s start with the LAYOUT. Whether you like a large
and spacious master bedroom or a small and cozy
space, the position of your bed is the first priority. As a
designer, I prefer to enter the room looking at the head
of the bed. It is often the most decorative part of the
room and it should be uncluttered and neatly made each
day. This keeps you calm and happy when you see it as
you enter. Feng Shui would also agree with this position.
It allows you to keep an eye on the entrance to the
room, giving you a sense of safety and protection while
you rest. If your space does not allow for this position,
an adjacent wall would be next best, still allowing you
to see the entrance. Try to avoid facing an open closet,
desk space or bathroom that might have clutter. Keep
those doors closed or put a folding screen in front of
them, as it visually sends the message of stress and
unfinished business. Also, try to avoid putting the head
of the bed under a window. This can also make your
subconscious feel unsafe. A solid wall is much more
comforting.
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The master bedroom DÉCOR should have purpose and
stay uncluttered. Heather Barth of Harmonia, (a personal
organizing service in Waukee) strives to create a peaceful
home for her clients and states, “Your night stands should
only hold functional items that cater to your routine. A
book might be your preferred way to end the day, but
do not let piles add up on the night stands.” This clutter
can lead to a restless feeling of unfinished business.
An upholstered, soft headboard and wood pieces with
rounded edges are better choices than square, sharp
corners and hard surfaces. Make sure your bedroom is
equipped to achieve total darkness. Room darkening
blinds or drapes will help you shut down your brain. Light
naturally cues the brain to be alert. Surround yourself with
things that bring fond memories. Family photos, artwork
and soft rugs can help make this room your sanctuary. And
most importantly, invest in a quality bed and bedding that
fits your desired comfort level.
design section
Believe it or not, the COLOR of a room’s walls and accents
has both psychological and physiological effects on your
body. According to Amanda Leckey, a writer and expert
colorist from Sherwin-Williams, here is a list of the do’s and
don’ts of bedroom colors:
• Blue – in mid to light tones lowers blood pressure and
slows respirations making it a great bedroom color.
• Lavender – shades of soft purples encourage restfulness
without the risk of feeling cold.
• Green – is considered one of the easiest colors to the
eye. In a variety of soft tones is believed to give a sense
of health and tranquility. It is also believed to promote
fertility.
• Dark Earth Tones – such as Cocoa can make a room feel
cozy and womb-like, promoting safety and calm.
COLORS to AVOID
• Red, Orange and Bright Yellow – these colors increase
the heart rate, elevate adrenaline and could possibly even
evoke hostility.
• Dark blues can cause feelings of sadness.
What about TECHNOLOGY and sleep? I mentioned
before that you should have control of the sunlight
through our windows, but what about “screens”? Ideally,
you would not have a TV in your bedroom, but if you do,
it is best to have the ability to close it off and out of view
and temptation. Even the small screens are a detriment
to sleep. The National Sleep Foundation says that the
blue light affects the brain’s ability to shut down at night.
Heather of Harmonia also agrees that even though you
might have an abundance of outlets, do your best to leave
the laptop, smart phone, iPad and any other electronic
devices out of the bedroom for a good night’s rest.
Address all of your SENSES and take control of this
environment.
• Sound – heavy drapes or white noise machines can help
• Sight - control the light coming from inside and out
• Smell – lavender promotes relaxation and can be used
as essential oils or candles. Or whatever scent affects you
in a positive way.
• Touch – soft, cozy and luxurious items will make you
relax and want to spend time in the bedroom. The sleep
experts at WebMD.com also suggest that the best sleeping
temperature for you bedroom is between 60-67 degrees
farenheith.
• Taste – There is an abundance of science on what
you should or shouldn’t consume before a good night’s
rest, but the cliff notes are: eat light and do not consume
alcohol or caffeine in the hours before sleeping.
When it comes to the bedroom, it is the one space in
the house that requires more thoughtfulness than any
other room to contribute to your quality and longevity of
life. We don’t want it to merely be a pretty space. You
should take action to make it your own personal sanctuary,
separate from the chaos of your demanding life. Be the
MASTER of your MASTER BEDROOM and enjoy the
benefits of a good night’s sleep!
5 Surprising Signs of Sleep Deprivation:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Sleepiness Causes Accidents
Sleep Loss Dumbs You Down
Sleepiness is Depressing
Lack of Sleep Ages Your Skin
Losing Sleep Can Make You Gain Weight
If you want to learn more about these symptoms, go to
WebMD.com and search “Excessive Sleepiness”.
Article by Julie Youngblade / Interior Designer /JY Design
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Beautifully
Organized
othing compares to the beauty and strength of real wood.
N That
is why Real Closet uses it in every one of their closet
and organization systems. Since the beginning, their goal was to
create an affordable, real-wood closet with the look of custom
cabinetry, because everyone deserves a Real Closet.
 Streamline Design
 Solid Wood Core Construction
 Dovetail Drawer Construction
 Full-Extension Glides
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 Color Consultations
 Home Furnishing & Accessories
 Window Blinds & Treatments
 Area Rugs & More
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ABOVE GROUND STORM SHELTERS
The smallest shelter is most commonly used in residential applications protecting 3-4 adults. This corner unit can easily be installed in a
garage because it’s design saves space. The next size will provide protection for 5-6 adults by FEMA standards. There are also solutions when
there is a need to protect more people.
The modular designs of their shelters allows schools, corporations, churches, camp grounds, mobile home communities, churches and day care
centers to provide protection for tens if not hundreds of people.
There are both stationary and folding units available. Imagine a folding unit in a classroom that only takes up 19 inches when folded, but when
deployed can protect up to 25 students when a storm or active shooter situation arises.
There are many benefits that come with an above ground shelter from Storm Shelter of Iowa. The first it virtually eliminates the the lost of
life due to flooding that has been reported in Oklahoma. They allow for easier access for the elderly or disabled individuals that need to be
protected. They can be installed in basements, garages or anywhere suitable inside a building which makes access much easier. Most under
ground shelters are installed outside or in garages under cars which means before getting into shelter individuals will need to move a car or go
out into the storm before entering the shelter. One key benefit is an above ground shelter can be moved if necessary.
There are many optional items including a window, models rated against armour-piercing ammunition and many more including cipher lock
externally mounted which allows the shelter to be used as a gun safe or for storing other valuables.
According to Brian Buresh, president of Storm Shelters of Iowa, “We are focused on providing a safe environment for our homes, classrooms,
work places and places of worship. We are confident the safe rooms will protect what matters most to you.”
Article by Brian Buresh/Storm Shelters of Iowa
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BUILDING FOUNDTIONS
SINCE 1975
35 Years and Over 3 Million Homes
WE HAVE NEW HOME WARRANTIES
NAILED!
JANA WATTS
1-800-247-1812 ext. 2149
sales@rwcwarranty.com
www.rwcwarranty.com/IABlueprint
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REMODELING BIG50
Ben and Stephanie Trannel learned how to operate their remodeling business during the lean years right after the
downturn. In hindsight, Ben acknowledges that the timing wasn’t perfect, but operating under such tight conditions has
ultimately benefitted the growing Red House Remodeling. “That first year, we struggled with volume,” he says. “It would’ve
been nicer to start when there was more work available, but starting when the economy was down helped us get our legs
under us, helped us learn how we wanted to run it before we became overwhelmed.”
Initially started as a Case Design/Remodeling franchise, the Trannels ultimately decided to go independent so they could
focus on building relationships in the community. “We have a lot of respect for Case,” says Ben. For a year we decided to
think about why we’re here. This is a personal business.”
That personal touch has informed their sales process. Once the scope of the project is set, Ben talks to each homeowner
to learn why they want the project completed. “Honesty is the biggest way. Sometimes I feel like I’m getting too personal. I
ask, ‘How long are you going to be in this house, why do you want to do it?’”
PROFESSIONAL
REMODELER 40 UNDER 40
Owner Modern Touches, Urbandale, Iowa Age 34 2015 Revenue: $3.5 million Best practice: Remodeling Design, the
offshoot of Lucas’ Modern Touches remodeling company, hit the market in September 2015, and its success has been
amazing, Lucas says. While the company primarily serves Modern Touches’ clients, it has also gotten business from DIYers,
homeowners looking to define a project’s budget, and contrac- tors who don’t handle design work. Prices start at $500.
Most of the new company’s projects are in the Des Moines area where design-build firms are rare, but more work is also
starting to come from out of state. Remodeling Design uses a variety of software packages and Lucas especially enjoys
how the new technology can make a design so realistic that it mirrors the end product.
- See more at: http://www.proremodeler.com/lucas-herrick#sthash.RrOQD9aD.dpuf
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STAG E COACH ESTATES
E XECUTI V E
ACRE AG E
LOTS
PLAT 1
PLAT 2
Lot 5
4.76 Ac
I N
G RI M ES
Lot 6
3.15 Ac
Lot 7
3.00 Ac
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Lot 4
11.93 Ac
Lot 3
12.83 Ac
Lot 2
6.86 Ac
Lot 3
12.10 Ac
Lot 2
9.24 Ac
Lot 1
4.08 Ac
Lot 1
10.00 Ac
NW 121st Street
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Quiet and Private Settings, 3-12 Acre Lots with Views and Trees
1/2 Mile Off Hwy 141 on Pavement, Johnston Schools, Polk County Taxes
LOTS STARTING AT $224,900
• K A LE N LU DW I G •
515.402.3169, Kalen@PeoplesCompany.com
• KE ATO N D RE H E R •
515.650.1276, Keaton@PeoplesCompany.com
Directions: From Hwy 141, turn west on NW Towner Dr, turn left/south on NW 121st St, turn right/west into development on NW 89th Pl.
For more information: www.PeoplesCompany.com, Listing #13593
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developers section
Autumn Park, Grimes
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Small town feel but
easy access to DSM
metro area
Plat 5 to be finished in
June with 50 lots
Lots starting at
$64,900
City Park Centrally
Located in Development
www.VISTALOTS.com
Derek Temple
(515)778-2601
Derek@vistarei.com
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remodeler chairman letter
Your Remodelers Council members and committees have been hard at work this spring!
Among the many upcoming events and programs, the one that is always top of mind
for the council is the Tour of Remodeled Homes. The committee is lead by Deb Burr
(Plumb Supply) and Morgan Johnson (Spectrum). Deadlines for new projects will have
passed by the time you read this, and the committee will be working to secure sponsors
for the Council’s marquee event. Brandon Klinge (Pella) has our marketing committee
in full swing, with changes being made to website and social media face of the council.
The Marketing committee is also working with the TORH committee to research a
new tool for this years’ Tour that is very exciting! Clark Anliker (K&B ideas) and Jodi
Peterman (Elizabeth Erin) with our social committee are busy planning several events
for the remainder of the year. The next event will be a summer social gathering at
Saylorville Lake. Look for more details to come. Our Education and Programs committee, led by John Murphy (Beisser) and
Marc Black (Silent Rivers) have some great programs lined up for our meetings and education activities. The May meeting
included an inspirational program by Bryan Arzani of results group. If you were not there, you missed a great one! Our
Executive Committee just finished reworking and revising the Rules and Procedures manual for the council, adding a new
committee called Leadership committee which will utilize seasoned members of our council to search out new leaders for
our organizations future. We also formally put in place rules and procedural changes that allow an associate member of our
council to join the leadership team.
Barry Elings, a veteran committee member and past leader of the group announced that he has accepted a position
in Minneapolis. In recent years, Barry took the lead on our Community Service committee. He did a great job working
with organizations around Des Moines and coordinating efforts to help a great many people through his work with the
committee. Barry will be missed; his positive attitude and selfless acts were a blessing to the Council, tot the City of Des
Moines and to those that he comes into contact with everyday. We wish you the best of luck Barry!
Recently we have had members honored with national awards. Lucas Herrick from Modern Touches was Named to the
Professional Remodeler 40 under 40. His induction into that group marks the third time in as many years that a Remodelers
Council member was named on the list. Zak Fleming was honored in 2015 and Marc Black was honored in 2014. Ben
Trannel of Red House was named one of Remodeling Magazines 2016 Big50. Congratulations to these members!
Hats off to the members of the Council for their work this year!
Steve Archer
Remodelers Council Chairman
Our next RC Meeting will be replaced with the optional particpation in the GFMHSF Charity Golf Outing. The outing will
be held at Legacy Golf Course on Wednesday, June 15, 2016. Start time is 8:30 a.m.
For more information go to: www.GabeFlemingMHSF.org
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STEVE ARCHER
remodeler spotlight
Q. WHERE IS YOUR HOMETOWN?
A. ANKENY, IA
Q. FAMILY?
A. MY WIFE OF 19 YEARS ANDREA AND I HAVE 3 KIDS;
ALEX- 17; LUKE- 15; SYDNE- 11. ALEX IS GRADUATING
HIGH SCHOOL AND PLANS TO ATTEND DMACC NEXT
YEAR WITH A FOCUS ON CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT. LUCAS IS
ACTIVE IN WRESTLING AND TRAP SHOOTING AT
ANKENY HIGH SCHOOL. SYDNE IS
HOMESCHOOLED AND IS BECOMING AN
ACCOMPLISHED DANCER IN MODERN, TAP AND
POINT. ANDREA IS AN RN AND JUST
ENTERED FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT OUTSIDE OF THE
HOME THIS SUMMER. SHE WORKS FOR A
HEALTHCARE SERVICES COMPNAY IN DES MOINES AS
A COMPLEX CARE MANAGER.
Q. FIRST JOB?
A. I GREW UP IN A FAMILY BUSINESS CALLED ARCHER
TV AND APPLIANCE. MY FIRST JOB WAS SELLING
APPLIANCES AT THE AGE OF 10. SOME THINGS NEVER
CHANGE.
Q. AS A KID, I WANTED TO BE?
A. A COMMERCIAL AIRLINE PIOLT.
Q. WHAT IS YOUR MOST USEFUL
BUSINESS “TOOL”?
A. MY VEHICLE. I LOVE TO STAY MOBILE, OUT OF
THE OFFICE, TALK TO CUSTOMERS AND
HOMEOWNERS, AND SEE WHAT IS GOING ON IN
THE MARKET.
Q. WHAT WOULD PEOPLE BE SURPRISED TO
KNOW ABOUT YOU?
A. MY GIVEN NAME WAS GEORG- I AM THE 14TH
GEORGE IN A ROW IN OUR FAMILY- DATING BACK
TO THE 17TH CENTURY EUROPE.
Q. MENTORS AND/OR HEROS?
A. ALL OF MY GRANDMOTHER’S AND MOM
Q. FAVORITE CREATIVE OUTLET OR
HOBBY?
A. ANYTHING OUTDOORS, I AM AN AVID
FISHERMAN & HUNTER. I LOV ETO CAMP AND
MY FAVORITE GETAWAY IS A CANOE TRIP IN THE
BOUNDARY WATERS. WHEN I HAVE TIME, I LOVE
TO RIDE MY BIKE ON THE GREAT TRAILS WE
HAVE AROUND HERE.
Q. WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WERE NOT IN
THE REMODELING INDUSTRY?
A. PROBABLY PURSUE MY LONGTIME LOVE AND
DREAM OF FLYING IN SOME WAY- SPECIFICALLY I
WOULD LOVE TO MOVE TO ALASKA OR
NORTHERN CANADA AND BE A BUSH PILOT.
Q. HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU BEEN A
MEMBER OF THE REMODELERS COUNCIL?
A. 12 YEARS
Q. WHY MEMBERSHIP IN THE REMODELERS
COUNCIL IS IMPORTANT TO YOU?
A.TO STAY ON TOP OF ISSUES THAT AFFECT
MY CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS. TO ALSO HELP
STRENGTHEN A PROFESSIONALGROUP
PROMOTING THE INDUSTRY THAT SUPPORTS
ME & MY FAMILY. I HAVE MADE MANY GREAT
FRIENDS IN THE GROUP. IT IS BY FAR THE
FAVORITE PROFESSIONAL GROUP I HAVE
BELONGED TO AND PARTICIPATED IN.
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I install windows and doors,
flooring and hardware.
I frame houses and hang
cabinets. My finish work is
right. Seamless. I can
handle codes in five cities,
blueprints on three projects
and two burritos at lunch.
I’M A BUILDER.
NOT A PRODUCT SPECIALIST.
I need someone who knows
products inside and out so
when I tell them about my
project, they can tell me
exactly what I need. Not too
much. Definitely not cheap.
Just plain good.
WE PROUDLY CARRY:
VISIT AN IDEA CENTER
WAUKEE / ALTOONA / CORALVILLE / MARION
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS SINCE 1856.
www.GilcrestJewett.com
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UPCOMING
EVENTS
Unless Noted All Meetings Will Be Held
At The HBA Office
June 1, 2016
Tour of Remodeled Homes Committee
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 2, 2016
Networking After Hours
at Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber, 1100 SE Alice’s Rd, Waukee
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
June 6, 2016
Golf League at Legacy
4:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
June 8, 2016
A mobile cross-country
experience showcasing
Remodelers Council Exec
8:30 a.m.
June 9, 2016
Developers Council
4:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGIES
June 10, 2016
Exec Committee
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 13, 2016
Golf League at Legacy
4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 9, 10am-9pm
June 14, 2016
Sponsored by
Board of Directors
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 15, 2016
Remodelers Council
GFMHSF Charity Golf Outing
Legacy Golf Course
8:30 a.m. Sign In
by
June 20, 2016
HomeShowExpo Committee
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
AMES
515.233.6486
DES MOINES
515.262.9511
WAUKEE
515.987.0190
Golf League at Legacy
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KNOWING TIME
I’ve read many books by
different authors that
portend to advise me
how to be better. It’s
an area of my life that
I’ve had interest in for a
long time…maybe longer
than anything else. Some
authors are overly wordy
and tell me multiple
stories to illustrate
the concept that they
are instructing me on.
Others are so succinct
in their writing that it is easy to read through the shared
wisdom so quickly as to miss much of the golden advice that
is being sought. I’m going to be super brief. The point that I
am making here is that I want to supply you with a “thought
starter” that you can use to be honest with yourself.
“I never lie.” That is a statement that I’ve heard before. But
the truth is that all people lie at some point or another. The
biggest lies are the ones that we tell ourselves. These lies
stop us from being all that we could be. When it comes to
“being better” almost every one of us has excuses that we
use to justify why we can’t, or won’t, or don’t do something
constructive that will make us better. Notice, I’m not telling
you what your “better” is. That is for you to decide. It’s an
opportunity for you to be honest with yourself. Don’t accept
your excuses without challenging them. Perhaps the most
used excuse is, “I don’t have time.” Really?!? Take another
look. Time is a gift and we all have some.
You have to take command of your time. The easiest way
to do that is simply to make a schedule. But don’t just buy
(or print) an empty schedule and start filling the blanks with
your time commitments and goals. Filling it out without first
examining your current time usage is paramount to getting
the cart before the horse.
membership section
do something in the future. This is a tool for you…not anyone
else. You need to use it to be HONEST with yourself.
Once you have made entries for a week, you can total them
and see buckets of time wasters. You’ll clearly see how many
minutes each week you spend in your easy chair in front of
the TV, surfing the internet, or playing video games…or even
in idle thought at the office. Relaxing and unwinding is an
important part of every day, but once you review your time
usage, you may want to cut down on how much time you are
spending aimlessly.
Having identified your time wasters, it’s time to plan better
usage. Re-think and re-prioritize. Ask yourself, “Are these the
best uses of my time? …or is there something better I could
be doing?” And still, be honest.
Again, I’m not telling you what should be important to you.
Only you know that, but asking, “If I could do something to
better myself, what would I do or what would I learn?” Would
you read 15 minutes every day? Would you practice guitar for
30 minutes on Tuesdays and Thursdays? Could you find 45
minutes to spend at the gym? Would you spend quality time
with your family? …maybe even take your wife on a picnic?
No Regrets. While that was one of my goals when I was
younger, over the course of my life, I’ve developed many
of them and I can’t undo them. What is done is done. I can
only move forward. Most of my regrets have to do with how
I misused my time…my lifetime. I could have been a better
man, a better husband, a better father. I could have been a
better boss, better employee. We each have “betters”. You fill
in your own blanks.
It’s painful to be brutally honest with one’s self. Failure to look
yourself in the eyes and set yourself straight though will only
lead to even more regrets and at an ever increasing rate.
If you haven’t already done it, then there’s no time like the
present to re-think and re-prioritize your life. If we don’t know
where we are missing the boat, we are destined to repeat our
shortcomings.
The first thing to do with an empty schedule is to use it
24x7 for one week as a “time diary”. Use it to identify how
you currently use your time. Be as accurate as possible. Track
personal time as well as professional time. Keep track of how The first step is “knowing”. Now you’ll know.
much time you spent at a restaurant or in front of your TV at
home. Did you spend time on your phone with Facebook or Russell Baugh,
playing a game? Write it down. Track the time that you spent Membership Committee Chair
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ASSOCIATE
101 Mobility
Johnston IA
P. 515.278.5669
Dave Aschoff
daschoff@101mobility.com
BUILDER
FE Remodeling
Clive, IA
P. 515.559.6371
Semir Fetic
feremodeling@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE
Solid Ground, LLC
Clive, IA
P. 515.975.7441
Eric Grubb
eric@solidgroundiowa.com
ASSOCIATE
Aller Desgin Group LLC
Johnston, IA
P. 515.254.1181
James Aller
aller.j@allerdesign.com
AFFILIATE
Iowa Realty
West Des Moines, IA
P. 515.988.2568
Marc Lee
mlee@newiowalistings.com
SSOCIATE
Stone Age Granite
Des Moines, IA
P. 515.289.0500
Andrew Eichhorn
andrew@stoneageiowa.com
ASSOCIATE
Artisan Edge
Altoona, IA
P. 515.229.4045
Shantelle Owens
AFFILIATE
Iowa Realty
West Des Moines, IA
P. 515.991.9452
Jill Olofson
jill@newiowalistings.com
ASSOCIATE
Stone Cross Lawn & Landscape
Urbandale, IA
P. 515.802.2149
Brad Puckett
stonecrosslawn@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE
Bussanmas Heating & Cooling
Indianola, IA
P. 515.442.9018
Brenda Bussanmas
brenda@busshvac.com
ASSOCIATE
LeafFilter North of Iowa, LLC
Hudson, IA
P. 330.655.7950
James Martinez
jmartinez@leaffilter.com
ASSOCIATE
Stonehouse Kitchens & Granite
Urbandale, IA
P. 515.512.5188
Steve Den Hartog
steve@stonehousegranite.com
AFFILIATE
Century 21 Signature Real Estate
Ankeny, IA
P. 515.963.1040
Tyler Wilkening
tyler@c21sre.com
BUILDER
P&P Stone Construction LLC
Des Moines, IA
P. 515.447.9467
Salvador Perez
s.p.stonebrick@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE
Storm Shelters of Iowa LLC
Clive, IA
P. 515.508.2402
Brian Buresh
info@stormsheltersofiowa.com
ASSOCIATE
Cruiser Electric
Ankeny, IA
P. 515.202.1524
Joe King
joeking@cruiserelectric.com
ASSOCIATE
ProBuild/Builders First Source
Urbandale, IA
P. 515.635.6080
Doug Jakobitz
doub.jakobitz@probuild.com
BUILDER
Valentine Builders Inc
Norwalk, IA
P. 515.971.9498
Rob Valentine
valbuilt@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE
Des Moines Comfort
Des Moines, IA
P. 515.266.4660
Lee Rose
lee@desmionescomfort.com
ASSOCIATE
Professional Drywall
Waukee, IA
P. 515.207.0123
Oliver Bardwell
oliver@prodrywalliowa.com
ASSOCIATE
Waukee CabinetWorks LLC
Waukee, IA
P. 515.556.9353
Jason Balm
waukeecabinetworks@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE
Factor Fabrication
Des Moines, IA
P. 515.450.0512
Boonie
boonie@factorfabrication.com
ASSOCIATE
Projects Contemporary Furniture
Des Moines, IA
P. 515.557.1833
Kelli Linnemeyer
klinnemeyer@projectsfurniture.com
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spike corner
SPIKE CANDIDATES
Spike Name
Spike Points
Larry Heisler 5.50
Mark Reetz
5.50
Beth Bezdicek 5.00
James VonGillern
5.00
Sumner Worth 4.50
Barry Elings
4.00
Don Dorrian
4.00
Rory Robson 4.00
Kalen Ludwig
4.00
Robert Myers 4.00
Mark Parlee 3.50
Scott Bezdicek 3.50
Brandon Patterson 3.50
Jennie Makovec 3.00
Chad Baker
3.00
Marc Black 3.00
Shannon Flickinger 3.00
Joe A Tollari
3.00
Gil Petersen 3.00
Joseph Smith 3.00
Marie Herrick
3.00
Philip Bubb
3.00
Bill Corwin 3.00
Wallace Yoho 3.00
Keith Kuennen 3.00
Aaron Gross 3.00
Larry Webster 2.50
Bret Nehring 2.50
Brennan Buckley 2.50
Steve Bruere 2.50
John P Duer
2.50
Joe Bass
2.50
Larry Goodell 2.00
Rachel Flint
2.50
Cliff Anderson
2.50
Larry Goodell 2.00
Chaden B Halfhill
2.00
James Slife
2.00
Brandon Klinge
2.00
David Volante
2.00
John Grubb
2.00
Duane Van Hemert
2.00
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SPIKE CANDIDATES
Spike Name
Spike Points
Ryan Roberts
1.50
John Kline
1.50
Dwayne Mcaninch
1.50
Mark Kiester
1.50
Jason Sheperd
1.50
Randy Soper
1.50
Matt Peterson
1.50
Mark Detrick
1.50
Dave Tallant
1.50
Tyler Neuschwanger
1.00
Jon Lipovac
1.00
Chad Baker
1.00
George Karwaski
1.00
Patrick Cardwell
1.00
David Adickes
1.00
Drew Rodish
1.00
Justin Bauer
1.00
Brian Hoodjer
1.00
Mike VanGorp
1.00
Charity Moreland
1.00
Alan Rivers
0.05
Ted Grob
0.05
Kevin Yoakum
0.05
Sharon Rooney
0.05
Brian Prevor
0.05
Dan Flynn
0.05
Kathy Barnum
0.05
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MEMBERS
Spike Name
Dan Knoup Robert Boesen
Frank Lindsey Russell Baugh
Zachary Fleming
Christopher Boley
Rick Laffoon
Brad Schulte Amy Kimberley
Shannon Buttz Greg Arganbright
Jon Heim
Richard Parrino Eric Grubb
John Sample
Scott Cierzan Eric Munn Brian Meyer Jeffrey Grubb Curtis Busch Carrie Norris Craig Van Langen
David Cosgriff Dick Larimer Ralph DiCesare
LIFE MEMBERS
Spike Points
24.00
20.00
19.25
19.00
17.00
16.00
14.50
13.50
13.50
12.50
10.50
9.00
9.00
8.50
8.00
8.00
7.50
7.50
7.00
7.00
6.50
6.50
6.00
6.00
6.00
Spike Name
George Mirras
Tom Gratias
Don Marean
Don Beal
Keith Butz
Lloyd Clarke LaDonna Graitas
Colin King
Tom Stevens
Rick Thompson
Rollie Clarkson
Bill Kimberley
Ron Grubb
Steve Archer
Polly Marean
Rick Bach
Leslie Mayo
Brad Gannon Gary Scrutchfield
Ben Harrington
Devan Kaufman
Ron Wyckoff
Scott Brower
Kim Beisser
Creighton Cox Matt Connolly Greg Marean Steve Schrodt
Jack Bohlender
Dan Collins
Brian Donaghy
Ralph Haskins Matt Thompson
Jim Best
Justin Washburn
Eric Heikes
Spike Points
635.75
444.00
316.50
247.00
237.00
211.00
205.75
203.50
194.00
184.50
167.25
157.00
135.00
128.25
124.25
97.00
88.25
84.50
80.00
71.50
62.25
60.50
60.50
57.50
51.50
50.00
43.00
39.00
37.50
36.50
35.00
33.50
33.50
32.00
27.00
27.00
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permits
2016 - APRIL
2015 - APRIL
PERMIT TOTALS
PERMIT TOTALS
City
SF THMF
City
SF THMF
Adel
9
0
0
Adel
13
0
0
Altoona
8
0
0
Altoona
8
0
0
Ames
13
0
58
Ames
5
0
0
Ankeny
59
20
16
Ankeny
51
34
34
Bondurant
11
0
0
Bondurant
15
0
0
Clive
5
2
0
Clive
1
2
0
Des Moines
20
18
0
Des Moines
12
0
0
Grimes
34
5
0
Grimes
16
0
0
Indianola
3
0
0
Indianola
7
0
0
Johnston
11
2
0
Johnston
8
6
0
Newton
0
0
0
Newton
0
0
0
Norwalk
0
0
0
Norwalk
12
0
0
Pella
2
4
0
Pella
0
0
0
Pleasant Hill
2
0
0
Pleasant Hill
1
0
0
Polk City
7
0
0
Polk City
14
0
0
Polk County 11
0
0
Polk County 4
0
0
Urbandale
26
0
60
Urbandale
27
0
0
Waukee 39
7
56
Waukee 31
10
0
WDM
15
0
0
WDM
21
0
86
TOTAL
28358 190
TOTAL
24652 121
419
531
*Permits as up-to-date as possible
515-999-9220
12374 NW 111th Place, Granger, IA 50109
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permits
2015 - TO DATE BULIDING
2016 - TO DATE BULIDING
City
SF THMF
City
SF THMF
Adel
30
0
0
Adel
40
0
0
Altoona
26
14
0
Altoona
26
2
0
Ames
20
4
94
Ames
16
10
1
Ankeny
151
33
88
Ankeny
158
79
145
Bondurant
28
0
0
Bondurant
37
0
0
Clive
16
2
0
Clive
8
2
0
Des Moines
44
48
0
Des Moines
42
0
136
Grimes
63
5
0
Grimes
53
8
0
Indianola
4
0
0
Indianola
13
0
116
Johnston
28
15
24
Johnston
25
10
70
Newton
0
0
0
Newton
0
0
0
Norwalk
23
12
0
Norwalk
28
0
0
Pella
3
4
0
Pella
0
0
0
Pleasant Hill
11
0
0
Pleasant Hill
11
0
0
Polk City
13
2
0
Polk City
26
0
0
Polk County 24
0
0
Polk County 18
0
0
Urbandale
56
0
60
Urbandale
63
0
0
Waukee 78
31
112
Waukee 78
34
2
WDM
48
6
0
WDM
55
9
116
TOTAL
666174378
TOTAL
697154586
PERMIT TOTALS
1218
PERMIT TOTALS
1437
*Permits as up-to-date as possible
No Electricity. No Adjustments.
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2015 HBA OF GREATER DES MOINES
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND STAFF
MEET YOUR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Dan Knoup- Executive Officer
Melisa Cox- Marketing/Event Coordinator
Jessica Verwers- Membership & Association Services Coordinator
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President- Dave Adickes, MCC
1st Vice President- Tom Stevens, TS Construction
2nd Vice President- Brian Hoodjer, Brighton Homes
Immediate Past President- Justin Bauer, Clarity Construction
Secretary- Amy Kimberley, Ferguson Bath Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
Dave Adickes
President
Tom Stevens
1st V.P.
Brian Hoodjer
2nd V.P.
Amy Kimberley
Secretary
Jordan Kramer
Treasurer
Steve Archer
Remodelers Council Chair
Zak Fleming
Board Liason
Justin Bauer
Immediate Past President
Steve Archer, Factory Direct Appliance/Ferguson Enterprises
Treasurer- Jordan Kramer, West Bank
Board Liason- Zak Fleming, Fleming Construction, LLC
2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dave Adickes, MCC
Steve Archer, Factory Direct Appliance/Ferguson Enterprises
Justin Bauer, Clarity Construction
Don Beal, Beal Development
Keith Butz, K-B Builders
Rollie Clarkson, Remodeling Contractors
Zak Fleming, Fleming Construction LLC
LaDonna Gratias, CLG Homes
Tom Gratias, Gratias Construction
Eric Grubb, Newblood Development
Marie Herrick, Modern Touches
Brian Hoodjer, Brighton Homes
Amy Kimberley, FergusonBath Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
Colin King, K&V Homes
Brian Meyer, Granite Marble & Tile Solutions
Luke Mohlenhoff, West Bank
Carrie Norris, Grand Homes and Renovations
Brandon Patterson, Re/Max Real Estate Concepts
Randy Snider, Hubbell Homes
Tom Stevens, TS Construction
Matt Thompson, Gilcrest/ Jewett Lumber
Joe Tollari, Metro Heating & Cooling
Charles Becker, Belin/McCormick Law
Eric Heikes, Mid American Energy
Dan Knoup, HBA of Greater Des Moines
LIFE DIRECTORS
Don Beal, Beal Development
Keith Butz, KB Builders
LaDonna Gratias, CLG Homes
Tom Gratias, Gratias Construction
NATIONAL DIRECTORS
STATE DIRECTORS
Steve Archer
Carrie Norris
Marie Herrick
Eric Heikes
Zak Fleming
Dan Knoup
Rachel Flint
Tom Stevens
Brandon Patterson
LaDonna Gratias
6751 Corporate Drive | Johnston, IA
Ph. 515-270-8500 | Fax 515-334-0165
E-mail: info@dsmhba.com
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Executive Officer
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